Texture-rich, structural one-of-a-kind statement jewelry, weaving together geometric and architectural forms found in the natural world. Hand-fabricated in precious metals; detailed with cut and raw gemstones and pearls. My art encourages you to confidently present your unapologetic best self.
The Kentucky Museum
Western Kentucky University
1444 Kentucky Street
Bowling Green, KY 42101
July 16, 2025 - April 30, 2026
Hangar 30, Warren G. Magnuson Park
Seattle, WA
November 7 - 9, 2025
Snow Farm Craft School
Williamsburg, MA
November 14 - 16, 21 - 23, & 28 - 30, 2025
Royal Plaza Trade Center
Marlboro, MA
November 21 - 23, 2025
Learn with Rachel from the comfort of your own studio, via online workshops, or invite her to teach at your favorite local metals studio for in-person classes.
November 17, 2025
In Person at Metalwerx
When you’re contemplating turning your favorite artistic hobby into an actual business there are a number of things to consider. Do I incorporate? Get insurance? Marketing? Where will I sell? How will I price my work? Others are more personal: Am I good enough? How big of a risk am I taking?Will I hate making art if it’s under pressure? We'll discuss all this and more.
December 6 - 7, 2025
This two-day hands-on virtual workshop focuses on clasps that are contained within hollow forms - dimensional, sculptural, and evocative. Clasp #1 - A hollow form toggle clasp with nested toggle for extra security. Clasp #2 - A box clasp integrated into a larger hollow form shape.
Customers sometimes comment that they see the pleasure I take in my work, which always delights me. Only in recent years have I felt I've found my voice and it shows in the art I make.
Even when not at the bench, I see inspiration anywhere from local fauna to the carpet pattern in an office building. Some designs manifest easily, while others fight to come to fruition, but one thing is constant:
Metal work has and always will be my way of breathing....
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